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They quickly gained entry to the vehicle, discovered the unconscious driver and began to perform CPR until a paramedic arrived.

The man, who was aged in his 80s, started breathing again and was soon taken to hospital.

Inspector Ian Carter, of Braintree Local Policing Team, said: “I’m very proud of my team who have provided life-saving support several times in the last few months, often in extremely difficult circumstances. These incidents are highly challenging both physically and emotionally.

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“In this incident, they acted swiftly and with considerable skill and tenacity which helped save a man’s life. They are all an absolute credit to the force, achieving one of the key core policing principles of protecting life.

“The car was found in a rural road and it is very unlikely that the man would have been discovered by anyone for many hours. I’m delighted that the man is making steady progress and hope he makes a full and speedy recovery.”